News
battlefield 6 adds dead space event for halloween
battlefield 6 will feature a dead space event timed for halloween. the event is non-canon, allowing for creative integration of necromorphs into area 51.
Archive 2026-10
News
paramount+ offers free trial for avatar and dexter content
paramount+ is offering a two-month premium subscription for $1 per month. the deal includes new shows like avatar: seven havens and dexter: resurrection.
News
blue protocol adds slime anime crossover
blue protocol: star resonance will include that time i got reincarnated as a slime. the crossover is set for release in q3 2025.
News
fc 27 lists top youth players for future stars academy
the game's future stars academy mode now features a curated list of young talents. the update highlights players from various regions and clubs.
Nintendo
Fatal Fury adds Tekken character Reina as December DLC
SNK announced Reina as a new DLC character for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. The character is voiced by Kate Clarke in English and Asami Seto in Japanese. The update is set for December release.
Nintendo
nintendo highlights variety for switch 2, avoids gta 6 mention
nintendo says switch 2 will offer a broad range of games.
News
dragon's dogma 2 guide reveals winterweed blossom location
a guide details how to find the winterweed blossom and coldstools in the flight in the night quest. the guide includes specific item locations for players.
Nintendo
ubisoft racer arrives on nintendo switch 2
the crew motorfest launched on nintendo switch 2 with a trailer. ubisoft brought the game to the console. the trailer hints at year-round events.
Mobile
ubisoft ends rainbow six mobile after 7 months
rainbow six mobile was launched globally this year and will no longer be supported. the decision comes just seven months after its release.
Xbox
call of duty dmz mode set on haijin map
call of duty's dmz mode will be set on the haijin map, inspired by modern warfare 4's campaign. players will engage in open-world combat, loot, and complete objectives against bots.
News
Ghost of Tsushima anime delayed to 2028
The Ghost of Tsushima anime adaptation now has a 2028 release window. NYCC 2026 updates mention other projects but no further details.
PlayStation
playstation revives classic franchises for new console
playstation is reviving several older franchises for the ps5.
News
amos location guide for dark arisen quest
players can find amos in a secluded area near the town of veldrath. the quest requires navigating through a forest and defeating a boss.
News
peacemaker's role shrinking in dcu expansion
john cena confirmed peacemaker is taking a back seat as james gunn expands the dcu. the focus is shifting to characters like superman, batman, and wonder woman.
News
gta san andreas mission highlights rockstar's cinematic style
the reuniting the families mission in gta san andreas features intense car chases and shootouts. cops mimic terminator 2 scenes, showcasing rockstar's cinematic flair.
Nintendo
nintendo blocks gta 6 switch 2 speculation
nintendo of america's head said gta 6's switch 2 release is a discussion for take-two and rockstar.
News
developer takes out loan to sustain ai driving demo
a developer is spending $1,000 daily to keep an ai-driven driving demo running. the demo lets players teach an npc how to drive using generative ai.
PlayStation
playstation podcast discusses recent game wrap-ups and listener letters
the official playstation podcast covered recent game completions, new adventures, and listener feedback. the episode included a call for listener emails.
PC
Battlefield 6 gets server browser in Season 5 update
Battlefield 6's Season 5 update adds a server browser, a feature fans have long requested. The tool allows players to search for servers by map, mode, and region. The update is set for release in late 2024.
Nintendo
dragon ball game adds offline modes in future update
bandai namco announced new modes and offline content for dragon ball: sparking zero. the update will arrive beyond next summer, with tower of power as a key feature.
News
dragon ball sparking zero adds cross-play beta in 2026 update
dragon ball sparking zero will include a cross-play beta test as part of its 2026 update. a paid dlc roadmap extends support through 2027.
PlayStation
ps blog highlights wolverine player moments
the ps blog shared player-submitted content featuring wolverine facing omega red and a portrait of jean. the submissions were part of a social media campaign.
News
street fighter 5 faced extinction by 2026
street fighter 5 launched in 2016 with poor reception. developers warned it might have died by 2026 without changes.
Industry
Double Fine union effort ended in internal conflict
Double Fine's union drive collapsed after internal disputes over eligibility. The studio's long-standing culture clashed with union procedures.
Nintendo
nintendo hints at gta 6 switch 2 possibility
nintendo's new president said players should ask rockstar about gta 6's switch 2 plans.
News
xenogears action figure to launch in 2027
a xenogears mech action figure will be available in february 2027. the figure will cost over $250.
News
evercade nexus offers 750 retro games in one handheld
the evercade nexus is the latest handheld from evercade, featuring nearly 90 cartridges and 750 games. it allows players to carry a retro collection on the go.
News
bioShock movie director says project is still alive
the bioShock movie project remains in development hell, with its director offering cautious optimism about its future.
Industry
eu targets gaming companies over deceptive monetization
european regulators have launched investigations into 10 gaming firms, including activision blizzard and ubisoft, over alleged manipulative practices. the focus is on tactics that may exploit minors and vulnerable players.
News
Militsioner offers tense, surreal police chase
Militsioner immerses players in a town where a giant officer constantly watches. The game blends surrealism with survival mechanics.
News
andy weir's exoplanet audio project announced
andy weir's exoplanet is an audibly driven sci-fi thriller set for audible. the project stars anthony mackie and is produced by weir.
News
youtuber loses channel over hellraiser gameplay
a youtuber's channel was banned after uploading a gameplay video for hellraiser: revival. the video included content that violated the platform's policies.
Xbox
xbox adds new games to its lineup for upcoming week
xbox will release new games from october 12 to 16. titles include a variety of genres across multiple platforms.
Mobile
honkai and severian arrive in zenless zone zero updates
zenless zone zero's 3.4 update brings honkai: star rail characters kafka and robin. the 3.3 update adds severian lowell as a new character.
Nintendo
Resident Evil Requiem was planned as online title
Capcom revealed in a special magazine that Resident Evil Requiem was initially designed as an online game. Producer Masachika Kawata discussed the shift away from that concept.
News
lana del rey to host radio in gta 6
rockstar games has added a radio station in gta 6 co-hosted by lana del rey. the station features her song 'video games' from 2012.
Nintendo
epic mickey rebrushed shows switch 2 graphics edge
a short video compares switch 2 and switch versions of epic mickey rebrushed. switch 2 shows clear graphical improvements over the original console.
News
arc raiders guide reveals bullying mechanics
a guide details how to complete three missions in arc raiders by avoiding aggressive behavior. a preview suggests trivia murder party 3 is still under development.
Nintendo
ff7 remake intergrade hits $25 on switch
final fantasy 7 remake intergrade is now $25 on switch, its lowest price ever. no amazon prime required for the deal.
News
actor hints at role in new marvel tv series
clark gregg, known for playing agent coulson, has hinted at a role in the new marvel tv show, zodiac. the show is set to debut soon.
News
Dungeon Crawler Carl Books Hit New Low on Amazon
Amazon is offering Dungeon Crawler Carl's first two books at their lowest price ever. A '3 for 2' sale is also active across the series and other titles.
Mobile
pubg mobile adds pumpkin-themed event with new weapons
pubg mobile's pumpkin-themed update introduces new weapons and seasonal cosmetics. the event runs until november 3. players can earn rewards through daily challenges.
News
lego zelda sets include hyrule castle and temple
ign lists existing lego zelda sets, highlighting hyrule castle and temple. the star wars guide recommends top 2026 builds.
News
lego castle sets expand with new fantasy and disney themes
lego released new castle-themed sets in 2026, including lord of the rings and disney variations.
PC
risk of rain 2 adds hallowed concepts skins
risk of rain 2 introduces new skins with same names but different colors. players can obtain them through in-game methods.
PC
Phasmophobia event rewards unlocked via specific actions
Players can collect all Crimson Eye 2026 event rewards by completing specific tasks. The event runs until December 31, 2026.
News
charlie cox voices sega game with 40 hours of dialogue
actor charlie cox has completed recording for a sega game. the project is not yet named, but cox is set to star in it.
Nintendo
untarctica coming to switch 2 and switch
actsan games and dog temaki have confirmed untarctica will launch on both switch 2 and switch. release timing remains unannounced.
Nintendo
snes game to launch on switch in 2026
a long-dormant snes title is set for switch release. the game was originally developed in 1994 for trimark interactive.
Reviews
Crimson Desert review gap blamed on press time limits
A studio executive claims critics didn't get enough time to explore the game. Launch version was not played by reviewers during initial press coverage.
Nintendo
disney dreamlight valley missing grimoire page fixed in patch
a patch added a missing grimoire page during the haunted floating festival event. players can now reverse the curse by finding the lost page.
News
arc raiders adds new story mode
arc raiders now includes a new story mode called ruins and reverberations. the mode is available to all players through the game's existing update.
News
Beyond Nen tier list ranks abilities and lineages
A tier list ranks all Nen abilities, lineages and races in Beyond Nen. The list includes affinities and race strengths.
PlayStation
Ghost Of Tsushima Anime Gets Star Wars Talent, 2028 Launch
Crunchyroll confirmed the anime adaptation of Ghost of Tsushima will use talent from Star Wars: Visions.
News
rainbow six mobile ends after under a year
ubisoft is ending rainbow six mobile. the mobile version of the tactical shooter will no longer be supported. the dev team shared a message confirming the decision.
News
marvel replaces unlimited with comics app
marvel has ended its unlimited subscription service and replaced it with a new comics app. the new app uses webtoon's platform and was tested at ny comic con.
Nintendo
delta reign expansion now available for preorder
pokemon tcg delta reign expansion is now available for preorder at amazon and target. booster bundles are priced below market value. elite trainer boxes and 36-pack display boxes are also listed.
News
yoko taro says he's done with games but keeps working
yoko taro, creator of nier, said he has no current projects and wants to stop making games. he cited fear of dementia as a reason for continuing.
Reviews
avatar seven havens episodes 1-3 reviewed
ign reviews the first three episodes of avatar seven havens, focusing on twin protagonists navigating a post-apocalyptic world. the review highlights the game's narrative and gameplay mechanics.
News
Fortnite adds pumpkin carving in Halloween event
Fortnite's Halloween event includes pumpkin carving in Nightmare Neighborhood and Wonkeeland. The update is part of the Fortnitemares event.